Evelyn had baked a cake to celebrate her boyfriend's birthday. But outside the private room, she overheard his conversation with his friends. "Honestly, I've never considered marrying Evelyn. She's just someone to pass time with. I will keep her around for now and when I get bored, I will end things with her. That's all." "Don't you think that's a bit unfair to her? Evelyn has been with you for four years now." One of his friend blurted out. "True, but I don't give a fuck. She isn't the kind of woman I envisioned as my partner. She's nothing like Andrea. Andrea is elegant, gorgeous and smart. She understands the business world and would be a perfect match for me" Evelyn's heart shattered. Andrea was her friend, and she couldn't believe they were seeing each other behind her back. Then, Evelyn made a decision~ she made a call. "Dad, I will return back home and go through with the wedding." Later, Chris realized she was the heiress of one of the richest men in the country—And he totally freaked out. He wouldn't let her go, but she was already claimed by someone else— The most powerful and ruthless billionaire- ALEXANDER BLACKWOOD. Alexander cold demeanor melted into a passionate affection for Evelyn- which left Evelyn bewildered and completely captivated!
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"Honestly, I've never considered marrying Evelyn" Chris voice was cold and unfazed as he said that. "She doesn't fit to be in my world. She's just a poor girl from a humble family." As Evelyn stood outside the private room, frozen on the spot, her heart sink as she listen to Chris's words. She had baked a cake for his birthday and waited for him all day at home, but he had called, telling her he would be celebrating with his friends at the restaurant before returning back home without mentioning it to her beforehand. He knew she disliked noisy gatherings, yet he didn't consider her feelings. After all, he didn't care about her feelings. Determined to share the cake with him, even if she had to displease herself, Evelyn had grabbed the cake and headed to the restaurant. "Man, till when are you going to keep that woman around?" The mocking laughter of Chris's friend made Evelyn clenched her fist, tightening her grip on the cake-plate in her hand. "She's just someone to pass time with. Not only is she silly but obedient too. I mean, that woman is so submissive and devoted that she will do everything just to please me. If I command her to die for me, she will do it gladly without any questions." Those words landed like a blow to Evelyn's chest. "So, you're going to continue to keep her around?" "Hmm.... let's see. Don't you feel bad for an abandoned dog nobody wants and it's all alone?" Chris chuckled in a delight mockery. "That stray dog is just like Evelyn, she's so trusting. It's so fun to play along with her fantasies. She's so clueless and it makes it more interesting. I will keep her around for now and when I get bored, I will end things with her. That's all." Evelyn's knees weakened as the cake in her hands almost slipped. The words she just overheard were a brutal wake-up call, a harsh reminder that her sacrifices had been for nothing but a total waste. This is someone she had given her all- secretly backing his company, providing crucial support and referring him to her elite business associates to connect him with the right people, and even sacrificed her own ambition, put down her dreams on hold just to focus on him. She's done all this to prove her father wrong, to make Chris someone her father would consider worthy of being with his precious daughter. But now, she's realized that her father had been right all along- Chris wasn't worthy of her. "Don't you think that's a bit unfair to her? Evelyn has been with you for four years now." One of his friend blurted out. "True, but I don't give a fuck. She isn't the kind of woman I envisioned as my partner. She's nothing like Andrea. Andrea is elegant, gorgeous and smart. She understands the business world and would be a perfect match for me." "I'm glad you think so, Chris. We will definitely make a great couple, and I can't wait for that to happen." Evelyn's eyes widened in shock. That was her friend's voice. Andrea. Her shock slowly turned to pain as she realized that her friend, someone she had considered like a sister was actually in the room with her boyfriend. Not only that, they were both talking as if Evelyn is the third wheel. "Indeed, you two will make a perfect couple" another voice said. "Why don't you seal it with a kiss?" Outside the door, Evelyn heard as the room boomed in cheers and whistle, Chris's friends cheering and asking the two to kiss. Then, Evelyn pushed the door open. The room instantly fell silent. Chris, startled by her presence swiftly pushed Andrea away from his arms, with her lipstick gloss already smeared on his lips. Andrea's face flushed red, not happy with Chris's action, while his friends exchanged awkward glances. "Evelyn? What are you doing here?" He asked, his tone cold and indifferent. "I brought cake" Evelyn replied, her voice calm even though deep inside, she's boiling in anger. The red lipstick gloss on his lips didn't go unnoticed by her. She placed the cake on the table, her eyes locked on his. Chris got up from his seat, walked up to her and gripped her wrist firmly. "What the hell do you think you're doing, Evelyn? Disgracing me in the presence of my friends? Is this the thing you were supposed to be proud to give me before my friends?" He asked, his voice low and menacing but loud enough for everyone in the room to hear. Wow. This was a cake she took almost 6 hours to bake. She didn't know how to bake, but just to make him happy, she took her time to learn and make him one. And rather than thanking her, he's scolding her. Evelyn just smiled faintly. "I've taken note of that. I won't repeat it next time." Of course, there won't be a next time- in Evelyn's mind. Because she's done with him. Then, she glanced at Andrea, her tone laced with sarcasm. "Wow, what a classy celebration.... with my friend. I didn't know you two were this... close." Evelyn emphasized the word 'friend' and 'close', her eyes never leaving Andrea's face. Andrea, on the other, tried to play the pity card. "Evelyn, I think there's been a misunderstanding. Chris and I are just business associates. Nothing more." "Of course, I'm sure you are just business associates" Evelyn's tone was still dripping with sarcasm, and the room fell silent. Chris cleared his throat, dipping his hands in his pockets. "Andrea has been a big help with one of my deals. That's all. You wouldn't understand because you don't know anything about business. Just stop making trouble." Evelyn snorted. "So, now I'm the one making trouble?" Chris remained silent, his expression unyielding as he looked away. One of Chris's friends decided to ease the tension. "Hey, Evelyn. Why don't you sit and join us?" But before Evelyn could respond, Chris interjected coldly, "She's about to leave. She doesn't like noisy dinner." His friends exchanged shocked glances, but Evelyn's expression remained calm. Not after all she's heard him say minutes ago. At this point, she knew their relationship was over. There's nothing left between them again. Four years of love, dreams and hope crumbled like a house of cards. Even though her heart ached with pain, she still maintained a calm posture. She masked the sadness off her face with a forced smile. "It's fine. I have some things to take care of at home anyway." As Evelyn turned around to leave, Chris's voice stopped her. "Don't wait up for me. I probably won't be back early. I still have other important things to handle tonight." Evelyn just mumble a small, "Mm" nodding her head. No arguing, no questioning. She had always listen to him, always being careful not to upset him. So, his indifference to her feelings had become a habit. As she walked out of the room, she overheard one of his friends suggest that Chris should follow Evelyn- it was the same voice that had defended her earlier. But Chris dismissed the idea with a casual wave. "Trust me, she will be fine. Let's just continue with what we were doing" he muttered, nonchalantly. After that, she heard as the room erupted in cheers and laughter again. Her heart sank, and a lone tear finally slipped down her cheeks. She had tried to control herself. She had thought it wouldn't bother her but it actually hurt than she could ever imagine. Memories of her four years relationship with Chris flooded her mind- all the time she had wasted, and the effort she had invested. The compromises she had made just to make him a better person . But in the end, she was nothing but a plaything. Someone beneath her. Then, she made a decision. She pulled out her phone and dialed a number. "Dad, I will return back home and go through with the wedding."He nodded slightly, with a hint of smile playing at the corner of his lips. “Trust me, it is funny,” he said, walking over to the couch at the center of the room and taking a seat. Her eyes narrowed at him as she watched him seat. “It’s not funny, Alex. And what are you doing?” She asked, her tone laced with a mix of curiosity and annoyance.Annoyed because her mother has been able to play her smart. And curious why Alex was sitting down, when he was supposed to be looking for a way to get them out of this mess her mother had put them in. He decided to tease her as a mischievous glint began to spread across his face. “I’m staying, why?” He asked, feigning an innocent look.For a moment, Evelyn’s gaze locked onto his, her expression a mix of shock and disbelief. For a moment, Evelyn locked gaze with him, with an unbelievable look before saying, “What do you mean, why? You know you can’t stay here, right? This is my room, and you have to look for a way to get out of here, Alex,” she
All these scene were witnessed by Katherine. She stood hidden from the view, her eyes blazing with fury. Her fists clenched tightly, rage simmering all within her body.Just as Evelyn walked away, Katherine turned around and also left the place, slipping away unnoticed so Alex wouldn’t suspect anything. Meanwhile, Andrea didn’t waste time and poured out her heart to Chris— more like confronting him. “Chris, what was that you just displayed back there?” She asked angrily, her voice laced with rage as she confronted him in the car.Chris exhaled heavily, his eyes fluttering closed before snapping open again. “This is not the right time to have such conversation, Andrea,” he said curtly, his tone lacing with dismissive.“Of course, this is the right time to talk about it,” she hissed, her eyes flashing with anger. “You need to give me an answer. I need to know, are you trying to dump me now that you know she’s filthy rich?”Her tone was etched with deep anger, her words very clear— th
Evelyn turned to Chris, her gaze cold and piercing. She’s had enough of him already and it was time for her to end their situation-ship, which she once believed was a relationship once and for all.But before she cut ties with him, she would let Chris know that she saw right through him already. She confronted him, and revealed to him everything she knew about his secret relationship with Andrea, without sparing any details. Even though she was furious, yet her composure were laced with calmness.Chris blinked his eyes repeatedly, struggling to process all that Evelyn had revealed to him. Though, he knew she had been suspicious of his relationship with Andrea, but didn’t realized she had gotten so much detailed knowledge already.He began to speak, his voice barely above a whisper as he tried to pacify her. “Evelyn, I-“He took a step closer to her, trying to close the gap between them but Evelyn already took a step back, and Alex swiftly matched her movement, his hand extending pro
Evelyn rolled her eyes before turning to face him. She met his burning gaze, a fake surprise look etched on her face. “Oh, Chris, you’re still here?” She asked, raising a brow.Chris walked closer, closing the distance between them. “What was the meaning of that?” He asked, his tone cold and authoritative.Evelyn feigned an innocent look, her brow furrowed in confusion. “What was what? What are you talking about?” She asked. Chris’s anger simmered, his eyes narrowing at her. “Stop acting like you don’t know what I mean. You’re fucking related to the Martins? Why did you hide that fact from me?” Evelyn shrugged. “Because I didn’t feel like telling you,” she answered, her tone casual.“Don’t fucking give me that crap!” He yelled, his voice rising as his chest heaved with rage. “We were together for four years, yet you hid such a big secret from me? Do you have an idea of what you’ve done?”In her calm demeanor, Evelyn asked, her tone dripping with sarcasm. “So, are you upset because
Time flew by fast, as the party began. Foods and drinks were served to the guests, as Aaron and his wife, Clara took over the stage, both thanking everyone for coming."Ladies and gentlemen, our esteemed guests, we're honored to have you here with us tonight," Aaron began, his voice filled with happiness and gratitude. "We invited y'all here to celebrate my precious daughter, Evelyn.”"Four years ago, I had a deep misunderstanding with my daughter. I know I shouldn’t be saying this tonight as it’s a joyful moment, but we all know joy has it’s own way of revealing our true feelings,” he said, and majority of the guests burst into laughter. “She left home, and I must admit that I missed her very much. But after four years, we’re blessed to have her back and tonight, I’m proud to announce her engagement to Alexander Blackwood, a young, very capable man I’ve come to regard as my son. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the future Mrs. Blackwood, my daughter, Evelyn Martins and her fian
They had both received an invitation from Evelyn. Evelyn had deliberately invited them to her engagement party under the name of Clara Martins— which was her second name. It was the name given to her by her maternal grandmother. They wouldn't have suspected the name was connected to her as they hadn’t seen the real Clara Martins before.She had deliberately invited them to show her real self to them tonight. Also, both Chris and Andrea saw the invite as a step closer to one of the aristocrats in the country.Chris had thought he would need Evelyn to get closer to the Martins family, but after getting the invite from Evelyn, which he hadn’t realized yet was from her, his plan to coax Evelyn and win her over was now useless.Evelyn walked closer to them, standing right in front of them with a sly smile still playing at the corner of her lips.“What are you doing here?” Chris asked coldly.Evelyn rolled her eyes, meeting his gaze. “Stop asking me dump questions, Chris. You clearly kno
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